1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1982 Fiat Abarth is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Abarth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Abarth (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Abarth should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Abarth weights approximately 660 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Abarth (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Abarth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Abarth | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Abarth | 500 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
